Admissions File Reviewer (Remote/PRN) - Brown School

Location

Remote, US

Position Summary

In collaboration with the Brown School’s Office of Admissions & Recruitment, Brown Application Reviewers (BARs) will review, summarize, and evaluate applications for graduate school admissions for Master level programs in Social Work and Social Policy. Essential work includes reading, evaluating, and summarizing components of graduate prospective student applications (such as evaluating various professional and volunteer experiences; reviewing undergraduate and post-baccalaureate academics; assessing applicants’ writing and essays; identifying the strengths, talents, resiliency and potential of applicants). BARs will be expected to holistically analyze the quality and depth of applicant experiences and accomplishments within the context of individual applicants’ opportunities. They will thoughtfully consider and summarize applicants’ individual circumstances, contribution, and personal histories. Extensive training is provided. BARS must work independently and in a timely manner following admission guidelines. They will be required to attend training sessions in late October, be available from November through April, and evaluate prospective graduate school applicants using a thorough, holistic and confidential admissions review process. Access to a personal computer and high-speed internet are required.

This is a remote position with a flexible schedule, but BARS are expected to work 10–15 hours per week on average.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides assistance in the evaluation of applicants for admission; performs initial review of files to assess requirement completion.
• Prepares thoughtful, objective summaries and recommendations using established admissions review guidelines and rubrics.
• Maintains confidentiality and integrity throughout the admissions review process.
• Attends required reviewer training and calibration sessions.

Working Conditions:

Job Location/Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.

Required Qualifications

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No specific certification/professional license is required for this position.

Work Experience:

Administrative (3 Years)

Skills:

Not Applicable

Driver's License:

A driver's license is not required for this position.

More About This Job

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree

Certifications/Professional Licenses:

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Work Experience:

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills:

Communication, Computer Literacy, Confidential Data Handling, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Deadline Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, Higher Education Technology, Identifying Customer Needs, Independent Judgment, Interpersonal Communication, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Organizing, Problem Solving, Professional Etiquette, Project Coordination, Relational Database Querying, Stress Management

Grade

G07-H

Salary Range

$19.29 - $29.91 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Please visit our website at to review our benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

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